November 1, 2011
Ethel M Chocolates Opens 18th Annual Holiday Cactus Lighting Event to General Public – Bring a new, unwrapped toy to the chocolate factory and receive a family four-pack of tickets to the Nov. 15 event
This year, giving is receiving as Ethel M Chocolates invites the general public to experience the Nov. 15 Cactus Lighting event by donating a new toy to a child in need. Recognized as the ultimate holiday destination in Southern Nevada, the 18th Annual Cactus Lighting will be hosted by funny man George Wallace , with holiday performances by Strip headliners Human Nature and Zowie Bowie.
Tickets are required to enter the Nov. 15 event. Starting Nov. 1, a limited amount of tickets will be available at the Ethel M Chocolate factory in Henderson. Ethel M is asking guests to bring one new, unwrapped toy to the Ethel M factory in exchange for a family four-pack of tickets to the Nov. 15 event (limit eight tickets per family). Toys that are collected from this event will later be donated in the annual KLUC Toy Drive. Toy drop-off will run from
Nov. 1 – Nov. 15 at the factory location only and tickets will be distributed on a first come-first served basis. Guests may also bring a new, unwrapped toy to the Cactus Lighting event in exchange for a family four-pack of tickets, while supplies last.
The 18h Annual Cactus Lighting event will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 5 – 8 p.m. at the three-acre Botanical Cactus Garden adjacent to the Ethel M Chocolate factory in Henderson. The countdown to the lighting of more than half a million colorful lights will take place at approximately 6 p.m.
This annual Southern Nevada tradition is expected to attract thousands of festive chocolate lovers. In addition to the awe-inspiring cactus lighting, the Nov. 15 event will feature photos with Santa, performances by local choirs, chocolate samples, raffles and more. Ethel M will sell hot chocolate and bottled water for $1 each, with all proceeds going to local charity, The Economic Opportunities Board of Southern Nevada.
Back by popular demand, visitors will be able to see the Holiday Cactus Garden in 3-D. Special glasses, available for purchase in the Ethel M store, will allow the attraction to come to life with special 3-D effects.
The Ethel M Holiday Cactus Garden will open for the season on Nov. 16 through Jan. 1 and the public is always welcome at no charge. Additionally, visitors can peek in on the factory in full holiday swing, where Ethel M Chocolates are handcrafted using time-honored methods and only the finest ingredients.
The Ethel M Chocolate factory and Botanical Cactus Garden are located at Two Cactus Garden Drive in Henderson. For more information on the Holiday Cactus Garden, holiday events, store hours, locations and ordering products, please visit us online or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.
About Ethel M® Chocolates
Ethel M Chocolates are manufactured and sold by the Mars Retail Group, dedicated to creating authentic chocolates with no preservatives. Ethel M Chocolates are available in eight locations throughout Southern Nevada, online at www.EthelM.com or by phone at (800) 471-0352.
About George Wallace
George Wallace is in his eighth year as a headliner at the Flamingo and has packed the showroom every night with thousands of laughing fans. Known best for his ”Yo Mama” jokes and his infamous ”I Be Thinkin’ ” lines, Wallace creates a one-on-one atmosphere with his audiences, including them in the show and giving away a multitude of prizes during each performance. For more information on George Wallace, please visit www.georgewallace.net. George Wallace performs at 10 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday at The Flamingo Hotel & Casino. All ages are welcome.
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